U of A Honors Village
Market Sector
Education
Parking
Recreational
Residential - Student
Location
Tucson, AZ
Owner
University of Arizona (U of A)
Architect
STG Design
Contractor
Coreslab Structures
J. B. Steel
Okland Construction
Construction Type
C.I.P. Concrete
Podium
Post-Tension Concrete
Pre-Cast Concrete
Steel Frame
Type V Wood Frame
The University of Arizona (U of A) Honors Village includes a dormitory for honors college freshmen, a wellness/recreation center, and a parking garage. The 1,035 bed residential facility includes dining, kitchen and various assembly areas, and university office/admin space. Construction type consists of Type V-A wood frame over a CIP post-tensioned concrete podium for the 6-story portion, and wood frame on a post-tensioned concrete slab for the 4-story portion of the “single” structure.
The 3-story steel framed 52,000 SF recreation center “NorthREC” includes fitness equipment and recreation areas, and a health and wellness center. The adjacent 4 level precast parking garage provides 370 parking spaces.
Link to Time Lapse Video: https://www.pdc.arizona.edu/file/movies/18-9395.mp4